by Kamloops Physiotherapy | Apr 19, 2024
Introduction Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a common condition characterized by pain around or behind the kneecap (patella) that worsens with activities such as squatting, kneeling, or stair climbing. As a physiotherapist, I encounter individuals dealing with...
by Kamloops Physiotherapy | Apr 17, 2024
Physiotherapists can utilize the insertion of thin acupuncture needles into tight bands within a muscle to release the tension that may be causing pain and loss of movement. This technique goes by a few different names depending on the training program that the...
by Kamloops Physiotherapy | Apr 10, 2024
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries in physically active individuals. After a first ankle sprain, many people can go on to develop chronic ankle instability, which leads to recurrent ankle sprains. With each episode, people can experience pain, weakness,...
by Kamloops Physiotherapy | Mar 25, 2024
You’ve heard of RICE, right? Rest Ice Compress Elevate But have you heard of PEACE and LOVE for soft tissue injuries? The acronym is: Protect Elevate Avoid anti-inflammatory modalities Compress Educate & Load Optimism Vascularization Exercise What a...
by Kamloops Physiotherapy | Mar 12, 2024
Whether you’re running to get fit, or training for a goal, here are some tips to keep you going. Get Assessed Maybe you’ve tried running in the past and just wound up getting injured. Maybe you are struggling to increase your pace. Maybe you just hurt every time you...
